Horoscopes to Ignite Your New Queer's Resolutions

Your January 2018 self-care forecast.

We read our horoscopes to better understand who we are — to get closer to what’s deep inside of the darkness, and the light that exists within ourselves.

January is a month that moves us to find our own light, and encourages us to look further into our souls, allowing us to properly examine how and who we want to be. — F.R.

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

Aries folks are naturally vivacious and hella powerful, wielding fire with passion and divisiveness — a quality that makes y’all great leaders. This is good for you at the beginning of 2018, because you are in an incredible cosmic space and time for your professional life. Your career zone will be lit by the universal beams in your sign (including Capricorn in the industrious Saturn) and will inspire an empowering, positive jump work-wise. One important note, take care to not to ice people out (especially right at the beginning of the year!), and focus on nurturing all the beloved ones you’ve let in. You can have a tendency to overlook others’ needs, so don’t forget to thank and love the people that hold and fan the fire within you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

Special Taureans, you are hardworking — no one can deny you that. However, in your personal life, this translates into a tendency to shut people out, and you can be extra hard on those around you to prove their love or devotion to you. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing (boundaries are always good!) but in 2018 it’s going to be important to be mindful of that as you start your year. Right off the top, it might feel like things are particularly heavy, but if you focus on abundance, things will feel powerful and right with just a little extra compassion for yourself and those around you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

For those looking for sexual affection (and it’s ok if that’s not you <3), January is feeling quite erotic for Geminis! This month, you have a lot of pent up energy in general, dearest Gem, and you know how you are when you’re feeling that pull. Resist your pent-up explosive energy, as there’s frustration tied to the feeling. Meditate on the emotion, rather than the thrill of it all. Be transparent with yourself about your needs and wants, and follow through using that resolve of this month’s steady Capricorn energy. If you’re not dating, or don’t want to, sublimate that spice back into your life — the spark is already there, sweet one!

CANCER (June 21-July 22):

There’s a New Year’s Day supermoon in Cancer, so buckle up, little babe — you are in for a RIDE. Your energy will feel endless, and you will be so equipped for the year to come, and rightly so. This is a good time to have a game plan, and to prepare yourself for a little bit of fun attraction with Mars and Jupiter lighting up your fame zone! If this is something you’re looking for, gear into those warm vibes and attract the support you need for your dreams to come to true, luxurious fruition. Show some extra self-love this month!

LEO (July 23-August 22):

Leo, babe, you’re a pusher in a lot of senses. Let me explain: you like pushing the button (ha!), you like pushing yourself, and sometimes when you’re naughty, you push others, too (shh). Using the atomic interior fire energy of your zodiac to guide you to what you know you are capable of is a remarkable quality, and is why you make a great leader. This month, right at the beginning of 2018, is a good time to use this incredibly strong energy and direct it toward the deadlines you’re giving yourself. For these reasons, make sure to set some intentions in time for the lunar eclipse on the 31st of January!

VIRGO (August 23-September 22):

In all honesty, it looks like a party month for Virgos this January. And really, y’all deserve it. You spend eleven months of the year like Beyoncé (all hail the Queen) working yourself to the core with methodical dedication. It’s quite a task! So take this time to blow off some steam and truly enjoy your restful moments. Find time to move with yourself this new year, sweet Virgo.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22):

Librans — famous appeasers — you understandably need a little time out in the new year, so don’t feel guilty about taking that time for yourself. Be kind to the inner voice that is telling you to recharge and recalibrate. It’s ok to say no to people. It’s ok to ghost at parties, or not even join in at all. Don’t listen to your FOMO — listen to yourself. Ignore those work emails if need be (if you really can, and/or really should) but be conscious of the auspicious energy in your professional life right now, and take full advantage if energy permits, sweet one!

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21):

You are all power all day, baby — 24/7. If possible, your Scorpio energy is even more potent than usual, and you are feeling it! Ride that strong wave and use it by taking charge of all the thrilling projects 2018 has in store for you! You are in good cosmic hands, and it’s important for you to alchemize this energy and bring it back into your work. Now is a good time to collaborate with others for a boost of support and protection.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 21):

Sagittarian babes, sometimes you have trouble putting your plans into action. The passion is there, but the persistence is not. It’s not your fault — you are charged by motion — but it’s important to focus on following through on such wondrous (and hella original) ideas. This month, utilize your energy to fire up all the plans you’ve been mulling over. It’s time to take the reins, and the planets say yes, too! There’s a lot of positivity surrounding you, so reach out to folks who might be able to help, and use the power of the chariot to propel you forward. You have the opportunity to achieve everything you dream of.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 19):

It takes years to learn the hardest life lessons; especially the ones that inspire you to transform your awakenings into new habits. 2017 was a tough year for you, Capricorn, so you’re feeling open coming into 2018. Remain open to change, and open to what the universe has in store for you. January is a good month to re-examine what you have, both professionally and personally, and figure out what it is you’re looking for in these next stages of your life. You think you know how you want to live your life, dearest Cap, but do you really know? The new moon in Capricorn on the 16th will inspire you and give you some signs, so be open to letting the planetary dance show you what’s up!

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18):

Aquarians, you generally look forward to the new year because you like setting your intentions and starting the year off well. Accomplishments are important to you, and the energy of the new year is particularly auspicious, so make use of this time to channel what matters to you. Resolutions might not work for you, but setting the mood — in professional and personal environments — will be valuable. Mars will be moving through your career zone until the 26th, so it is a particularly powerful time to chart what you want out of your future. Take those leaps, be bold, and be true to your heart, dear Aquarius!

PISCES (February 19-March 20):

Baby Pisces, you’re such a sensitive thing! It’s good to be sensitive to all the world has to offer, so don’t forget that when you’re swimming deep in your feelings. 2018 kicks off with an intense start for you — New Year’s Day opens with a full supermoon in your house of true love! For someone like you, this is both an exciting and nerve-racking venture (if you are looking). It’s a good time to get those manifestations out; to create a clear idea of what it is you truly need and are craving out of life. The sun moves into your 12th house of healing on January 19th, so be honest with your desires and reap the benefits.